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    I love the Z-16 Zaino tire dressing. Goes on easy, nice low gloss and lasts for a while. My bottle is running out and I don`t want to pay their high shipping fee`s for just a couple bottles of tire dressing. I don`t like gel based because they are hard to apply and are way too greasy. Can anyone recommend some water based tire dressings that are similar?



    Btw, I`m also looking for a new Shampoo with good lubricity, similar to Zaino. Suggestions?



    Thanks guys.

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    I like Mother`s FX. It`s pretty thick, but water-based and very good. I`ve also heard good things about their water-based Reflections tire care, which gives a more matte look.

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    Mothers FX gets another vote-I`d reccomend Tropicare Non Silicone tire dressing for a show car or hard plastic

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    Just a suggestion, but you might well find some local Autopians nearby who are also Zaino users. Y`all could combine orders and keep the shipping costs really low since it is a set fee per order. Also, I believe you can purchase Zaino products in case lots at a significant discount (and become a local supplier).



    And also consider the cost of driving to your local supplier to by a Zaino substitute; depending on the drive, that might equal or exceed the shipping cost; not to mention the cost of the other stuff you`ll probably buy (that you might not need) because you`re in the store.

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    mothers fx tire shine :up

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    I`ve heard good things about the Mother`s FX and Reflections.



    I also use Adam`s VRT and Meguiar`s Natural Shine.



    I know there are at least a couple of Zaino distributors in Cali (http://www.sjzaino.com/ or http://www.lazaino.com). That would save you some shipping.

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    Bold N Bright is water-based I believe, and does a great job. Someone please corrrect me if I am wrong with its composition.



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    Quote Originally Posted by ZaneO
    I`ve heard good things about the Mother`s FX and Reflections.



    I also use Adam`s VRT and Meguiar`s Natural Shine.



    I know there are at least a couple of Zaino distributors in Cali (http://www.sjzaino.com/ or http://www.lazaino.com). That would save you some shipping.


    I have done business with lazaino (Ira and his wife) and they are good people and very knowledgeable in the product.

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    I`ve tried many, but the best is 303. It not only dresses the tires perfectly, it protects them against the effects of those nasty UV rays.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bioman

    Btw, I`m also looking for a new Shampoo with good lubricity, similar to Zaino. Suggestions?



    Thanks guys.


    It looks like you are getting replies for tire dressing only, so you may want to search for the soap answer. There have been a couple recent threads about soaps that are worth checking out :xyxthumbs
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    Those who have tried both BnB and FX dressings, which do you prefer?

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    One of my favorite shampoos is Chemical Guy`s Maxi Suds.

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    How long does the Mothers FX last? I`ve been looking for a liquid that has good durability. Some tires have way too much decoration on the sidewalls to use a gel with good results. I usually use NL for those, but the durability isn`t really there.
    Paul...

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    303 provides a beautiful matte sheen that lasts a month or more. You just spray it on, let it sit five minutes and wipe off w/ a cloth or sponge, and Voilá! Your good to go for a month or more.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ramp
    303 provides a beautiful matte sheen that lasts a month or more. You just spray it on, let it sit five minutes and wipe off w/ a cloth or sponge, and Voilá! Your good to go for a month or more.


    Yeah, I`ve been so sick of gel tire dressing that I actually used my 303 on a couple details today. It`s not as glossy as I would prefer on low pro tires and high performance type vehicles, but it looks great on luxury cars, family cars, etc that look better with a nice matte finish.
    Bryan

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